DISCOVER LOCAL

THE BUCKET LIST EDITION

At Mercure, we are committed to offering our guests genuine and locally immersive experiences that go beyond traditional hospitality. Accordingly, we’ve collaborated with hotels in our network to craft the “Bucket List Edition”. This compilation features 50 handpicked food and drink experiences from around the globe, each serving as a gateway to its destination.

MERCURE’S 50TH ANNIVERSARY​

FEEL LOCAL EVERYWHERE

Mercure Bucket List

OUR BEST SELECTION

A TASTE OF THE BUCKET LIST

AMONG 50 DESTINATIONS AROUND THE WORLD

Our Mercure Hotels staff are your friendly and knowledgeable local guides to the destination that you are in. When visiting our properties, don’t hesitate to ask their insider tips, and surely you will uncover amazing and unique experiences like the ones they have curated here. At Mercure, our goal is to make you discover your destination like a true local. 

FEEL LOCAL EVERYWHERE

OUR SELECTION

50 DESTINATIONS AROUND THE WORLD

The experiences part of the Discover Local “Bucket List Edition” are also representative of our network.
With over 950 hotels worldwide, from Jakarta to Oxford, Mercure’s presence around the globe is incredibly powerful, giving us authentic insights into the local life of a neighborhood.

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Discover the flavors of Argentinian grilled meat in Iguazu
Here discover the Argentinian culture and savor the best of Argentinean grilled meat and fish with a folk music show, and witness tango dances.
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Go oyster tasting and try lavender treats in protected Australian Kangaroo Island 
Get ready for an aromatic adventure and an unforgettable culinary experience to indulge in the freshest and most delectable oysters in Kangaroo Island.
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Explore a wine estate and try revisited Italian cuisine in Australian Yarra Valley
Taste the best of the region's gastronomy in its finest locations on an unforgettable tour. Start with a vibrant Chardonnay and finish with an Italian meal.
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Discover a family brewery in Sydney & have a waterfront dinner in famous Manly 
Discover the 2 essentials establishments to the local life. Craft exceptional beer experiences in Dad & Daves brewery then savor masterpieces of contemporary Italian cuisine.
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Discover traditional Brazilian dishes in the center of Belo Horizonte
Immerse yourself in traditional Brazilian cuisine at Casa Cheia and enjoy the Feijão tropeiro, a version of the Feijoada, the national dish.
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Meet with a local brewer in the French Alps
Dive into a sensory and taste experience. From the sound of the fizz to the rich cereal notes, savour the subtlety and balance of the beer.
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Discover the French apéritif with a breathtaking view over Avignon
Discover the traditional flavors of Provence by embarking on a romantic aperitif journey and taste midst toast drizzled artisanal terrine, calissons, and nougats.
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Visit a Châteauneuf-du-Pape vineyard and have a wine tasting in France Rhone Valley
Are you ready for an experience combining wine and sport? Visit the Papes vineyard and finish by testing the Pavillon's beautiful wines.
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Live a Bordeaux wine tasting experience in the dark
Explore a new way of tasting wines, ! With a mask over your eyes, discover different terroirs and taste the Saint-Emilion Grands Crus, with some chocolates.
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Have a French picnic in an exquisite vegetable garden adjacent to the Château de Chantilly
Au Coeur du Malt is a French independent brewery. Their beers are crafted by a master brewer with the ability to create recipes using top-quality hop and malt. The brewery strives to reinvent and share its passion for artisanal beer, which has become a refined delicacy, perfect for tasting and enjoyment. Come and meet these passionate craft brewers : they will warmly welcome you, introducing their products and offering advice for various culinary pairings. Then, treat yourself to a beer served from their beer truck, often set up in charming and unusual locations such as the vegetable garden of the Princes, an exceptional place perfectly reflecting the chic and bucolic side of Chantilly, known for its beautiful castle. 
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Get inspired by a multi-cultural organic restaurant in Cherbourg, France
Feel yourself at home at La Cantine de Babel restaurant, where you can enjoy delicious, original dishes prepared with local, seasonal produce.
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Embark on a sailboat trip in Dunkirk and enjoy an ocean-inspired French apéritif
Board a sailing boat for an excursion with your guide Christophe. Enjoy the North Sea aboard the Snitch, with an aperitif based around the sea and seasonal products.
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Pick your own seaweed and learn how to cook it in French Atlantic Ocean town of La Baule
Visit and collect your seaweed at the Ferme Marine. You'll have the chance to cook seaweed caviar, which is bursting with flavour.
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Visit an edible flowers farm in French town near the Atlantic Ocean coast
Discover the world of fresh edible flowers, their unique flavors, and their fragrances through conferences, visits, workshops and others events.
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Visit a French family brewery in Lille and taste some beers
Discover the gold medal-winning beer at the France-Bière challenge in a French Family Brewery.
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Meet with a French Pyrenean sheperd and try his products
Discover this traditional craft, guided by Alexis. Take in the breathtaking scenery on an active hike, then enjoy a delicious traditional sheep-based meal.
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Try traditional French mirabelle plum in the heart of Metz
Learn more about traditional plum methods and the process of producing Mirabelle products, with Mélanie, while sipping a liqueur.
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Make your own cheese in the heart of Paris 
Come and explore the art of cheese-making and make your own! But wait 3 months to enjoy it
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Visit a cereal farm near Paris and make your own pasta with fresh semolina
Visit the fields and find out how wheat is harvested and processed. Then conclude with a workshop to cook and enjoy your own fresh pasta.
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Taste local products at a French oyster farm in Rochefort, near the Atlantic Ocean
Discover the tasting hut with fresh produce straight from the sea and sample Philippe and Julie's oysters.
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Discover the craft beers brewed in a French Abbey near Saint-Omer
Take a unique journey combining tradition and local craftsmanship at Clairmarais Abbey. Visit and taste traditional beers.
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Get to know the Thai community & their traditional dishes in the center of Berlin
Discover Thaipark, a cultural meeting place which gathering a lot Asian people. Come and taste the local asian food.
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Learn how chocolate is made in the heart of Budapest 
Come to My Choccy, explore and learn the story of 100 varieties of chocolates and taste some.
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Discover a 500 years old Hungarian wine cellar in Tokaj
Visit Tokaj Hétszőlő, the 500 years vineyard and its museum to relive its story from the past till nowadays.
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Taste Indian flavors and support underprivileged women in Hyberabad​
Meet and taste traditional meals from India at Luqma Kitchen, which help empowering underprivileged women through the kitchen.
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Discover the benefits of Indonesian medicinal plants and make traditional Jamu in Jakarta
Come to Acaraki and discover the Jamu, the juice handed down from mother to daughter.
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Enjoy a gastronomic bike tour adventure in Jakarta
Make a culinary bike tour in Jakarta, meet 3 generations of owners and taste Chinese and Indonesian food.
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Discover how to make traditional balinese coconut-based snack in Kuta​
Learn how to make Jaje Uli, a traditional Balinese snack with Mrs Ni Made using traditional methods.
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Blend your own Indonesian coffee in Tangerang 
Immerse yourself in the Kopi Kebon experience. Guided by expert baristas, create your own signature coffee blend.
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Visit an Italian masseria near Lecce and discover the process of making Giuncata cheese
Learn how to prepare Giuncata, a traditional local cheese with a farm passionate owner.
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Discover the flavors of Sicily in a traditional market in the center of Palermo
Immerse yourself in Palermo's gastronomy, flavors, colors and history. Visit the Capo market, meet local vendors and taste flavors.
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Try homemade fettucine recipes in the heart of Roma
Discover how to prepare the recipe for the famous fresh fettuccine at Mattarello Piazza Bologna’s. Make it and taste it !
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Live a traditional Japanese dining experience in Kyoto​
Enjoy an unforgettable dining experience where you can savour the finest Wagyu beef with a variety of dishes and enjoy a geisha performance.
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Try Japanese Hida Wagyu grilled beef 
Meet Ajikura and enjoy a delicious lunch at Ajikura Tengoku handmade with traditional Japanese Methods.
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Learn about the art and tranquility of tea in Kuala Lumpur
Discover the Purple Cane Tea Art Learning Centre and learn all you need to know about tea! Don't forget to taste your tea creation before dinner.
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Explore a local market in Lima and try numerous Peruvian specialties
Explore Peru's first gastronomic market, Mercado 28, with its 14 stalls. Then taste the best Peruvian flavours and aromas.
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Learn about wine making in Wroclaw
Try the exceptionally tasty "Żar-wino" project with Moderna wines. Enjoy a tour of the vineyards and taste different wines.
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Learn how to make Portugese Pastel de Nata in the house of a local in Porto
Make your own traditional Pasteis de Nata in Patricia's kitchen. And enjoy a meal prepared by this passionate cook.
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Discover South African flavors in Nelspruit ​
Discover traditional South African dishes and flavours at Vee's Restaurant. Try traditional modogu, a Johannesburg speciality.
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Make your own paella, respecting true Spanish tradition, in Benidorm​
Learn all the secrets of making authentic Valencian paella and try your hand at cooking it. Then taste the traditional wines and your creations.
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Visit a Galician farm and learn the traditional way of making cheese in Lugo, Spain
Visit the village and make your own cheese using traditional methods. Afterwards, try to identify aromatic plants.
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Go on a journey to discover traditional Basque cider in San Sebastian, Spain
Start with a tour of the orchards, then the Cider Museum and finish the day with a cider tasting.
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Learn to make traditional Thai noodle dish with a local in Rayong
Cook the local speciality, Kanom Jean Bann Yai Rod. Guided by Toom, you will use local produce. You'll then be able to enjoy your own preparation.
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Visit a Thai fishing village and meet an 80 years old Koh Samui fisherman
Meet Mr. Arwae Lermae in the fishing village. Learn all about fishing techniques. And enjoy a tasting at the Auan Tai restaurant.
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Learn to bake traditional Turkish cookies in the heart of Istanbul
Make unique cookies at Feyzala Kurabiye. These Turkish cookies will be donated to a food bank for the poor near the hotel.
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Enjoy a typical English teatime while cruising the River Thames in Oxford​
Join a regatta to cross the Tamise at Oxford. Enjoy tea and various delicacies on board. Explore the beauty of the river and the region.
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Explore the distillation process of locally made English spirits in Oxford
Visit the distillery and immerse yourself in the history of the distillery. A special dinner with infused dishes will be held at the Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House.
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Indulge in a wine tasting experience in Paignton, UK
Visit the Sanbridge Barton vineyard. Explore and taste a collection of wines. Learn every step of the vineyard process.
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Try Vietnamese farm to table cuisine in Dalat
Visit the Dalahouse organic farm and learn how to prepare local and healthy meals in the restaurant. You can enjoy what you've prepared with the chef.
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Visit Danang local market and cook traditional Vietnamese dishes
Explore one of the largest local markets in Danang. Guided by Jolie, you will create your own meal signature with fresh and local products.
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